Toshiba Satellite 1750, Satellite 1730, Satellite 1735, Satellite 1755, Satellite 1730CDS User Manual

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Satellite 1730/1735/1750/1755

User’ s Guide

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Model: Satellite 1730/1735/1750/1755 Compact Disk-Read/Write

The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk-Read/Write (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT W A RRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PR ODUCT W ILL BE UN INTERR UPT ED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIA TE S AND SUPPLIERS SHAL L HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR D AMA GE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DA TA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT O F OR RE SULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSS IBILITY THERE OF.

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devi ces as a precaution agai nst possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DA TA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TR OUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTH ER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DAT A CANNO T BE RECO VERED, T OSHIB A SHALL NO T BE LIABLE FO R ANY DAMA GE OR LOSS OF D ATA, OR ANY OTHER D AMA GE RESULTING THEREFR OM. WHEN COPYIN G OR TRANSFERR ING YOU R D ATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONF IRM WHETHER THE D ATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. T OSHIB A DISCLA IMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DA TA CORRECTLY.

Critical Applications

The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGL Y, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PR ODUCTS IN ANY CRITI CAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE C OMPUTER PR ODUCTS I N A CRITICAL APPLI CATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUM E F ULL RES PONSIB ILITY F OR SUCH USE.

Model: Satellite 1730/1735/1750/1755 FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity

Information”

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Howev er, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of t he follo wing measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❖ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be

attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peri pherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, video jack, USB ports, PS/2™ port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by To shiba could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device c omplies with Part 15 of the F CC Rules. Oper ation is subj ect to th e following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation. Contact: T oshiba Amer ica Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Blvd.

Irvine, CA 92618-1697

(949) 583-3000

Industry Canada Requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

FCC Requirements

The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.

Installation

When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information:

❖ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem. ❖ The FCC registration number of the modem. ❖ The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.5B.

The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.

T ype of Service

Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request.

T elephone Company Procedures

The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.

If Problems Arise

If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by T oshiba Amer ica Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized repr esentati ve of T oshiba Amer ica Information Systems, Inc.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.

Fax Branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual.

In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This

certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications

network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the

appropriate Termi nal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The

Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s

satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to

be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The

equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the abo ve conditions

may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative

designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to

this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the

telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the

equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that t he electrical ground

connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water

pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be

particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer

Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.3. NOTICE: The Ringer E quiv al ence Number (REN) assigned to each

terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equi val ence Numbers of al l the devices does not exceed 5.

3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Safety Instruction

The C D- ROM or DVD-ROM d r i v e employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual careful ly a nd retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

T o pre vent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Location of the required label

Sample shown below . (Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)

CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a

“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

This guide is copyrighted by T oshiba with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Export Administration Regulation

This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.

Notice

The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice.

TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMA TION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

T rademarks

Satellite, Noteworthy, and AccuPoint II are registered trademarks, Active Menu, Ask IRIS Online, SelectServ, VirtualT ech, FreedomWare and choose freedom are trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of T oshiba America Informat ion Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Intel is a registered trademark and Celeron is a trademark of Intel C orporation. CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc. WinD VD is a trademark of I nterVideo, Inc. Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus L ogic. Energy Star is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection

Agency . LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks, and A ctiv e Desktop and

Media Player are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PS/2 is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Soundblaster Pro is a registered trademark of Creative Labs, Inc. W orldNet i s a re gistered trademark of AT&T Corporation. Yahoo! and My Yahoo! are registered trademarks of Yahoo!, Inc. RingCentral is a registered trademark of Ring Zero Systems, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Energy Star Compliance

As an Energy Star® partner, T oshiba has determined that this product is Energy Star compliant.

Contents

Introduction............................................................................... 19

This guide............................................................................... 19

Safety icons............................................................................ 20

Other icons used............................................................... 21

Other documentation............................................................ 21

Service options...................................................................... 22

Chapter 1: Finding Y our W ay Around..................................... 23

Making sure you have everything............................. ........... 23

Front with the display closed................................................ 24

Front panel controls.......................................................... 24

Back........................................................................................ 27

Right side............................................................................... 29

Left side.................................................................................. 30

Front with the display open.................................................. 31

System indicator panel..................................................... 33

Underside............................................................................... 34

Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 35

Selecting a place to work.... .......... ......... .......... ............ ......... 35

Creating a computer -frie ndly environment................. ... 35

Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 36

Precautions....................................................................... 40

Setting up your computer.................................................... 41

Installing additional memory (optional).......................... 42

Removing a memory module......................................... 44

Connecting a mouse........................................................ 45

Connecting a printer......................................................... 46

Connecting the AC adapter.............................................. 47

Charging the battery............................................................. 49

Using the computer for the first time.................................. 50

Opening the display panel................................................ 50

T urning on the power....................................................... 50

Adjusting brightness and co ntrast.................................. 51

Using the AccuPo int II pointi ng device.......... .......... ....... 52

Setting up your software.................................................. 53

Setting up a printer........................................................... 54

Customizing your computer’s settin gs.............. ........ ..... 57

T urning off the computer...................................................... 58

Caring for your computer..................................................... 59

Cleaning the computer..................................................... 59

Moving the computer....................................................... 59

Using a computer lock..................................................... 60

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics................................................ 61

Computing tips...................................................................... 61

Using the keyboard......................... ............... .................. ..... 62

Character keys................ ............ ........... .............. ............ . 63

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys......................................................... 63

Function keys...................... ........ ......... ........ ........ .......... ... 64

Windows special keys............ ........... .............. ............ ..... 64

Overlay keys...................................................................... 64

Starting a program................................................................ 66

Using the front pan el control button s in AP mode...... ....... 66

Programming t he front p anel contro l buttons

for AP mode...................................................................... 67

Saving your work.................................................................. 69

Printing your work................................................................. 70

Using diskettes...................................................................... 70

Inserting and removing di skettes............... .......... ........... 71

Caring for diskettes........................................................... 71

Backing up your files............................................................. 72

Copying to a diskette........................................................ 72

Playing CDs or DVDs............................................................ 73

Inserting a disc into th e CD-ROM or DV D-ROM drive.. 73

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............................. 75

Playing audio CDs............................................................. 76

Playing DVDs..................................................................... 78

Removing a disc............................................................... 99

Caring for compact discs............................................... 100

Setting up for communications......................................... 100

Connecting the modem to a telephone line.................. 101

Connecting you r computer t o a netwo rk............... ....... 101

Powering down the computer........................................... 102

Shut down command..................................................... 102

Hibernation command.................................................... 103

Standby command......................................................... 104

Using Shut down............................................................ 105

Using Hibernation mode................................................ 107

Using Standby................................................................. 108

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing....................................... ......... 111

Toshiba’s energy-saver design................................ ........... 111

Managing power usage...................................................... 112

Running the comput er on battery power... .......... ............ . 113

Using additional battery packs.... ........................ ........... 113

Battery safety precautions............................ ................. 114

Maximizing battery life................................................... 114

Charging batteries............................................................... 115

Charging the main battery............................................. 115

Charging the RTC battery............................................... 116

Monitoring battery power................................................... 117

Determining re maining battery power ......... ........ ........ . 117

Conserving battery power.............................................. 118

What to do when the battery runs low......................... 119

Changing the main battery................................................. 121

Removing the battery..................................................... 121

Inserting a charged battery............................................ 122

Disposing of used batteries safely..................................... 123

T raveling t ips...... ............ .......... .......... ......... ............ .......... ... 124

Chapter 5: Getting to Know Windows Millennium Edition.. 125

Lesson 1: Explori ng the desktop............................ ........... 126

Finding your way around the desktop.......................... 126

Windows Millennium Editio n file system.................. ... 133

Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoin t II pointing device........... 134

Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet.............................. 136

Exploring the Web Tutorial............................................. 137

Lesson 4: Creating a new document ........ .................... ..... 140

Lesson 5: Creating a new folder....................... ................. 142

Lesson 6: Starting programs.......................................... ... 143

Lesson 7: Resizing, re positioning, and hiding wi ndows. 145

Using the taskbar............................................................ 146

Minimizing and maximi zing win dows..................... ..... 146

Resizing and moving windows..................................... 147

Lesson 8: Closing programs .......... ............. .............. ......... 148

Lesson 9: Creati ng shortcut s...................... .......... .......... ... 149

Creating a shortcu t to the Calculat or...... .......... ............ . 149

Creating a shortcu t to the Character Map....... ............ . 150

Lesson 10: Changing the screensa ver.............................. 152

Lesson 11: Setting the date and time................................ 154

Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop............. 156

Lesson 13: Using System Restore..................... ............ ... 158

Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?.............. ............ ..... 159

Windows Millennium Ed ition Help......................... ....... 159

Using the online to urs and tutorials..................... ......... 161

Lesson 15: T urnin g off your computer. .................... ......... 162

Chapter 6: Exploring Y our Options........................................ 163

Windows Millennium Ed ition special features. ............ ..... 163

Personalizing your desktop................................................ 164

Customizing the taskbar................................................. 164

Bringing the world to your desktop...... ........ .......... ....... 165

Personalizing individual windows................................. 166

Adding a background to a window............................... 166

Customizing window toolbars....................................... 167

Using your computer at the office..................................... 169

Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 169

T ransferring files.............................................................. 169

Getting help transferring files......................................... 170

Sending a fax................................................................... 170

An overview of using the Internet...................................... 170

The Internet...................................................................... 171

The World Wide Web..................................................... 171

Internet Service Providers.............................................. 171

Connecting to the Internet.............................................. 171

Surfing the Internet......................................................... 172

Internet features.............................................................. 173

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet.... 173

Toshiba’s online resources................................................. 174

Exploring audio features..................................................... 174

Recording sounds.......................................................... 174

Using external s peakers or head phones.................... ....... 176

Using PC Cards..................... .......... ......... .......... ............ ..... 176

PC Card supporting software........................................ 177

Inserting PC Cards.......................................................... 177

Removing PC Cards....................................................... 178

Hot swapping.................................................................. 179

Emulating a full-size keyboard........................................... 180

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong................................... 181

Problems that are easy to fix................................... ........... 181

Problems when you turn on the computer...................... 184

Windows Millenniu m Edition is not work ing. ............ ....... 185

Using startup options to fix problems.......................... 185

Internet problems........................................................... 188

Windows Millennium Edition can help you.................. 189

Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 190

A plan of action............................................................... 190

Resolving hardware co nflicts on your ow n....... .......... . 191

Fixing a problem with Devi ce Manager....................... . 193

Memory card problems................................................. 194

Power problems ............................................................ 195

Keyboard problems........................................................ 197

AccuPoint II problems.................................................... 198

Display problems............................................................ 199

Disk drive problems....................................................... 201

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive problems............................ 203

Sound system problems............................ ................... 204

PC Card problems.......................................................... 204

Printer problems............................................................. 208

Modem problems........................................................... 209

Develop good computing habits.................................. ..... 210

Using VirtualTech™............................................................... 211

If you need further assistance............................................ 212

Before you call................................................................. 212

Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 213

Other Toshiba Internet W eb sit es ........ .......... ........ ....... 214

Toshiba’s worldwide offices................................................ 215

Appendix A: Hot Keys............................................................. 219

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors.................................. 221

Glossary................................................................................... 223

Index......................................................................................... 237

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Introduction

W elcome to the w orld of powerf ul and portable multimedia computing! Your Satellite computer offers enhanced multimedia and easy Internet access. With your ne w Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you where v er you go. Your computer’s operating system is Microsoft Edition.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specif ic

information.

Windows® Millennium

Introduction

Safety icons

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through Chapters 1 through 6 to familiarize yourself with the parts of the computer . After that, you can seek out whatever interest s you most.

Safety icons

This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potenti al hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. The safety cautions have been classif ied according to the seriousnes s of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:

DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.

WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.

CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in da mage t o e quipme nt or prop er ty if t he sa fe ty instruction is not observed.

NOTE: This icon indi cate s infor matio n that relat es to the safe operation of the equipment or related items.

Other icons used

Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:

TECHNICAL NOTE: This i con pr ovid es te chnical inf ormat ion about the unit.

HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.

DEFINITION: Thi s icon i ndicat es the def inition of a t erm used in the text.

Service options

T oshiba of fe rs a full line of service options b uilt around its SelectServ material included with your computer for registration information.

If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see If

Something Goes Wrong on page 181.

™ warranty programs. See the warranty and service

Chapter 1

Finding Y our Way Around

This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your Satellite computer. It serves as a reference for when you need to locate specif ic parts of the computer.

Making sure you have everything

Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card that shipped with your computer to make s ure you receive d everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately . F or additional help, see If you need further

assistance on page 212.

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Front with the display closed

Display latchDiskette drive Diskette drive release button

Front panel lights and controls

The diskette drive allo ws you to use either high-density or double-density 3.5-inch diskettes.

The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, slide the latch to the right and raise the panel.

The diskette drive release b utton ejects a disk ette from the diskette driv e.

The front panel lights provide information about v arious system functions. The front pane l co ntr ol s perfor m sev eral functions, depending on the position of the AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch.

Front panel controls

AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch

Stop/eject button

Play/pause button

On/off light

Speaker volume control

Next track button

Previous track button

Battery light

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Front with the display closed

AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch

The AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch has three different positions:

❖ When the switch is in AP mode, the buttons act as hot keys

and launch a predefined program of your choice. For more information on programming and using the buttons, see Using the front panel control buttons in AP mode on

page 66.

❖ When the switch is in Lock mode, the f our front panel control

buttons (stop/eject, play/pause, pre vious track, next track) are disabled.

❖ When the switch is in CD or DVD mode, the front panel

buttons can control playing the CD or D VD. For more information on using the front panel buttons to play a CD or DVD, see CD/DVD Player controls on page 26.

NOTE: You can play an audio CD or audio DVD even when the computer is off by sliding the AP/ Lock/CD or DVD switch to CD or DVD mode. The front panel control buttons can be used to control playing the CD, however the computer must be on to control a DVD using the front panel controls.

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Front with the display closed

Power and battery indicator lights

The on/off light glows green when the computer is on, or when the computer is off and the AP/Lock/CD or D VD switch is set to CD or DVD. The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge. It:

❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged ❖ Flashes green while the battery is being charged ❖ Glows red when the charge is belo w 10 percent ❖ Flashes red when the charge reaches 2 percent ❖ Does not glow if the external po wer source is disconnected or

if the battery is completely discharged

CD/DVD Player controls

With the computer of f or on, slide the AP/Lock/CD or D VD switch to the right to enable the front panel CD/DVD pl ayer controls. The computer must be on to play a DVD using the front panel controls.

In CD or DVD mode, the front panel control buttons ha ve the following functions:

The stop/eject button stops the disc if it is playing, or opens the CD-ROM or DVD-R OM dri ve tray.

The play/pause button starts playing the current track in the CD-ROM or DVD-R OM dri ve, or pauses a track that is alr eady playing.

Back

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Back

The previous track b utton r eturns t o the beginni ng of t he preceding track (for CDs) or chapter (for DVDs) on the disc.

The next track button skips to the beginning of the fol lowing track (for CDs) or chapter (for DVDs) on the disc.

The speaker volume control adjusts the stereo speak er vol ume. Press and hold the left side to decrease the vol ume until the desired volume is reached. Press and hold the right side to increase the volume until the desired volum e is reached.

Cooling vents

Security lock slot

DC-IN jack

USB ports

Modem port

The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT - Noteworthy large, heavy object, such as your desk.

The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.

The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the A C adapter. For more information, see Connecting the AC adapter on page 47.

computer cable lock to secure the computer to a

Parallel port

Shutdow n button

PS/2 port

Monitor port

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Back

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer, such as a keyboard, pointing de vice, printer, or monitor.

DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps. USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors.

The USB standard allows you to install and remove USB devices while t he co mp uter is on . Sw itch in g de vi ce s with out turning off the computer is called “hot swapping.”

The modem port lets you use a modular phone cable to connect the built-in modem directly to a standard telephone line. F or more information on using the modem, see Connecting the modem to

a telephone line on page 101.

The shutdown button, accessed through the small hole, allo ws you to shut down your computer manually .

The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer , or other parallel device, including ECP-compatible de vices.

DEFINITION: ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) is a para llelport standard f or PCs that support bi-directional communication between the PC and attached devices (such as a printer).

The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor.

The PS/2™ port allows you to connect an optional PS/2compatible mouse or external keyboard. An optional “Y” cable enables you to connect both a PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard to the port.

Right side

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Right side

Headphone jack

Microphone jack

The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as exter nal speakers. Connecting headphones or other devices to this ja ck automatically disables the internal speakers.

The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio-input device.

The PC Card eject buttons allow easy remov al of PC Cards.

PC Card slots (2)

PC Card eject buttons

Cooling vents

The two stacked PCMCIA-compatible PC Card slots allow you to install additional devices. Each slot can accommodate a Type I or T ype II PC Card. Both slots ar e required to install a Type III PC Card. For more information, see Using PC Cards on page 176.

The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.

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Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

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CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card slots. A pin or similar object that accidentally gets into a slot can damage the computer’s circuitr y.

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (CD-ROM drive shown)Manual eject button

The manual eject button enables you to manually eject a disc from the CD-ROM or D VD-R OM dri ve.

The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive allows you to install and run programs from application CD-R OMs. You can also use it to play audio CDs. A DVD-RO M driv e also enables you to vie w D VD video presentations or play DVD movi es.

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